Pakistan Studies/Affairs MCQs
Topic Notes: Pakistan Studies/Affairs
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Plato
- Biography: Ancient Greek philosopher (427–347 BCE), student of Socrates and teacher of Aristotle, founder of the Academy in Athens.
- Important Ideas:
- Theory of Forms
- Philosopher-King
- Ideal State
21
The 1956 Constitution repealed which two major British-era acts?
Answer:
Government of India Act 1935 and Indian Independence Act 1947
Article 221 officially repealed the Government of India Act, 1935, and the Indian Independence Act, 1947 [38, 39].
22
Which article establishes that the law declared by the Supreme Court is binding on all other courts in Pakistan?
Answer:
Both B and C
Both Article 163 and Article 189 state that Supreme Court decisions are binding on all authorities and courts throughout Pakistan [22, 36, 37].
23
Who has the power to summon and prorogue sessions of the National Assembly?
Answer:
The President
Under Article 48 and Article 145, the President facilitates the legislative process by summoning or proroguing sessions [11, 35].
24
The President's power to grant pardons and reprieves is found in which article?
Answer:
Article 45
Article 45 provides a mechanism for mercy by allowing the President to grant pardons [11].
25
Which article provides for the protection of minorities and their interests?
Answer:
Both B and C
Minority interests are protected under Article 27 (safeguarding rights in services) and Article 36 (general protection of interests) [10, 34].
26
In case of a conflict between a Federal law and a Provincial law, which prevails?
Answer:
The Federal law
Article 143 establishes federal supremacy, affirming that if there is a conflict, the federal law shall prevail [32, 33].
27
The 'Directive Principles of State Policy' are found in which articles?
Answer:
Articles 23-31
The Directive Principles, which guide the State in promoting social justice and Islamic morals, are contained in Articles 23 through 31 [30, 31].
28
Which fundamental right protects citizens from forced or compulsory labor?
Answer:
Article 18
Article 18 (and Article 16 in the summary list) specifically prohibits forced or compulsory labor [3, 29].
29
What is the legislative requirement for amending the 1956 Constitution?
Answer:
Two-thirds majority in the National Assembly
Article 216 stipulates that the Constitution can be amended by an Act of Parliament requiring a two-thirds majority in the National Assembly [14, 28].
30
Which article guarantees that no non-citizen shall hold an office of profit in the service of Pakistan?
Answer:
Article 180
Article 180 reinforces national employment ethics by prohibiting non-citizens from holding offices of profit [27].